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Flavonoids

Flavonoids Definition Flavonoids are a widespread (around 800 substances are known) polyphenolic group of substances in the plant world and are found in numerous fruits and vegetables.Flavones (flavus, Latin for yellow) were named after plants such as the dyer's oak, which were used to dye goods ...

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